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REAch2 is the UK’s largest primary-only trust with 62 schools. Dedicated to #AlwaysAimingHigher

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REAch2 Academy Trust @reach2trust.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
To our teaching assistants and all our wonderful support staff, we just want to say...Happy Teaching Assistants and Support Staff Day! 🎉 So much of what you do may happen quietly, but its impact is felt every day by our children, colleagues and communities. Thank you for everything you do.
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REAch2 Academy Trust @reach2trust.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
As National Recycling Week comes to a close, we’re celebrating one of our very own young recycling champions. A huge congratulations to Rory, from Oakfield Primary Academy who was nominated for the Young Hero - BBC Make a Difference Awards. Across REAch2, we are incredibly proud of Rory! ♻️
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REAch2 Academy Trust @reach2trust.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
And just like that, we’re back! 🥳 Wishing all our staff, children and families a brilliant start to the new academic year. Here’s to a great year ahead, #AlwaysAimingHigher together 💙
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REAch2 Academy Trust @reach2trust.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
Drop Everything and Read 📚 Join us at 2pm today. Grab your favourite book and help us break a REAch2 record.
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REAch2 Academy Trust @reach2trust.bsky.social · 17/06/2026
Today, we’re joining schools across the country in saying a huge thank you to the incredible teachers in our REAch2 schools 👏 Every day, our teachers inspire, encourage and care for your children, helping them grow in confidence, curiosity and kindness. #ThankATeacherDay
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The Key @thekeysupport.bsky.social · 10/06/2026
NEW SERIES ALERT 🚨 In the latest episode of Trust Matters: Lessons in Leadership, we speak to Cathie Paine CBE, CEO of @reach2trust.bsky.social, England's largest primary-only trust. Watch on YouTube: youtu.be/BsDh1NUNkqs Or listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts.
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REAch2 Academy Trust @reach2trust.bsky.social · 12/06/2026
We are delighted to be recognised as Highly Commended in both the Staff Development and Transformation and Impact categories at the MAT Excellence Awards last night. A huge thank you to our colleagues, schools and communities whose dedication helps children thrive every day. 💙
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Confederation of School Trusts @cstvoice.bsky.social · 04/06/2026
CST Governance Conference 2026 is underway in Birmingham. Thank you to pupils from Moor Green Primary Academy, part of REAch2 Academy Trust, for opening the conference with a brilliant performance. #CSTGovernance
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REAch2 Academy Trust @reach2trust.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
Wishing a peaceful and joyful Eid al-Adha to all those celebrating across our school communities. May this special time bring reflection, kindness and togetherness with family, friends and the wider community.
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Tes magazine @tesmagazine.bsky.social · 09/04/2026
Don’t look at the Ofsted grade ‘needs attention’ as a sign of failure, says @reach2trust.bsky.social's Cathie Paine – this new inspection system can help school improvement, but only if we avoid falling into the same old traps
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Why Ofsted’s ‘needs attention’ grade points to progress not failure
The sector needs to change how it views Ofsted grades under the new system, rather than falling into the old trap of success or failure, argues MAT leader Cathie Paine
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REAch2 Academy Trust @reach2trust.bsky.social · 13/04/2026
Happy Vaisakhi to everyone in our community celebrating today. A time for togetherness, gratitude and new beginnings, and a celebration of the kindness, unity and pride we see in our schools every day. Wishing you a joyful day of celebration.
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REAch2 Academy Trust @reach2trust.bsky.social · 05/04/2026
Happy Easter to all our colleagues, partners and friends across the REAch2 community 🌷 However you’re spending today, we hope it brings a bit of joy, some well-earned rest and time with the people who matter most. #Easter
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REAch2 Academy Trust @reach2trust.bsky.social · 02/04/2026
As Passover begins, we send our warmest wishes to the families and school communities marking this special time. May your celebrations be filled with joy, reflection and togetherness as you gather around the Seder table, share stories and honour tradition. #Passover
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REAch2 Academy Trust @reach2trust.bsky.social · 20/03/2026
Eid Mubarak to all our children, families and colleagues celebrating. Wishing you a day of peace, joy and time with loved ones. 🌙 #EidMubarak
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REAch2 Academy Trust @reach2trust.bsky.social · 09/03/2026
Thinking about becoming a primary teacher? Meet the REAch Teach team at #GetIntoTeaching Birmingham on 19 March. Ask us about training to teach, funding, applications and what it’s really like to train in primary classrooms from day one. 👉Book now: getintoteaching.education.gov.uk/events/about...
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REAch2 Academy Trust @reach2trust.bsky.social · 08/03/2026
Today we mark #InternationalWomensDay, celebrating 115 years of recognising the achievements of women around the world. Across REAch2, we recognise the contribution our female colleagues make every day in shaping schools and supporting children to thrive.
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REAch2 Academy Trust @reach2trust.bsky.social · 02/03/2026
We’re delighted to welcome Pound Hill Infant Academy, Desmond Anderson Primary Academy and Holmbush Primary Academy to REAch2. Based in Crawley and Shoreham-by-Sea, they now join a national family of primary schools committed to high expectations and strong outcomes for every child.
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REAch2 Academy Trust @reach2trust.bsky.social · 18/02/2026
#RamadanMubarak to all observing across our REAch2 community 🌙 May this special time of reflection, generosity, and togetherness bring joy, inspiration, and renewed purpose to everyone 💙
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REAch2 Academy Trust @reach2trust.bsky.social · 17/02/2026
Wishing a happy and prosperous Chinese New Year to our children, families and staff. A time for togetherness and new beginnings. We hope the year ahead brings good health, happiness and plenty of moments to share with loved ones. #chinesenewyear
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REAch2 Academy Trust @reach2trust.bsky.social · 15/02/2026
Warm wishes for Maha Shivaratri to all in our REAch2 community who are observing. A moment to pause, reflect and look ahead with hope. Wishing peace, positivity and meaningful time with loved ones to all observing. 🕉️
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REAch2 Academy Trust @reach2trust.bsky.social · 13/02/2026
Happy Half Term! 🎉 Wishing all our REAch2 families, staff, and children a fun, restful, and safe break. Recharge, enjoy some quality time, and we’ll see you back in school ready to keep Always Aiming Higher! 💙
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REAch2 Academy Trust @reach2trust.bsky.social · 12/02/2026
A big thank you to our governors and trustees across REAch2 on National School Governors’ Awareness Day. Your time, commitment and support make a real difference to our schools and to the children we serve. Interested in becoming a school governor? 🔗 on.reach2.org/gov
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REAch2 Academy Trust @reach2trust.bsky.social · 09/02/2026
It’s National Apprenticeship Week Across REAch2, colleagues are building skills, confidence and new career opportunities through apprenticeships, learning that connects directly to their roles. We are proud of the learning happening across our trust. #Nationalapprenticeshipweek
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REAch2 Academy Trust @reach2trust.bsky.social · 09/02/2026
Today we’re marking the start of #ChildrensMentalHeathWeek 💛 In REAch2 schools, we see every day how important it is for children to feel safe, included and happy to come to school. When children feel they belong, they grow in confidence and feel more able to share what’s on their mind.
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REAch2 Academy Trust @reach2trust.bsky.social · 02/02/2026
It’s National Storytelling Week, and REAch2 schools are going all in. Stories build language, imagination and confidence, helping children explore the world and discover the joy of reading, part of how we always aim higher. #NationalStorytellingWeek #NationalYearOfReading
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REAch2 Academy Trust @reach2trust.bsky.social · 29/01/2026
🎓 Free SATs Support for Schools Expert-led webinars to help Year 6 teachers plan, use assessment, and target support effectively. ✔ Open to all schools in the East of England ✔ Free to attend Book now 👉 eastenglandteaching.org/webinars/
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Webinars - RISE East of England Teaching Exchange
Free, DfE-funded support for Year 6 teachers, leaders & schools across the East of England. Raising KS2 outcomes through expert webinars...
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Tes magazine @tesmagazine.bsky.social · 16/01/2026
‘We need meaningful, sustained CPD – and the time to embed it – so that strategies become habits and habits become culture’: Cathie Paine of @reach2trust.bsky.social welcomes the government’s plan for all teachers to get training in SEND
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Why SEND training for all is a critical step towards inclusion
The government's plan for every teacher to be trained in SEND sets the sector up to support every child, argues MAT chief executive Cathie Paine
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REAch2 Academy Trust @reach2trust.bsky.social · 31/12/2025
Goodbye 2025, Hello 2026. I'm proud to lead a Trust that aims high, cares deeply, and builds lasting legacies for pupils, staff, and communities. Thank you to every REAch2 colleague for everything you do. Wishing you a Happy New Year 💙 — Cathie Paine CBE, CEO @reach2trust.bsky.social
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REAch2 Academy Trust @reach2trust.bsky.social · 25/12/2025
Merry Christmas from all of us at REAch2 Academy Trust! 🎄 Thank you to our staff, schools, pupils, and families for a fantastic year. Your dedication and support make our communities thrive. Wishing everyone a joyful and restful festive season!
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REAch2 Academy Trust @reach2trust.bsky.social · 06/12/2025
One week on, we’re still celebrating! 🎉 Sprites Primary Academy winning the 'Make a Difference: Primary School of the Year' award at the Pearson National Teaching Awards 💛 Read more: www.reach2.org/2025/12/05/s...
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Sprites Primary Academy Named Primary School of the Year at National Teaching Awards - REAch2 Academy Trust
We’re proud to announce that Sprites Primary Academy in Ipswich has been named Making a Difference: Primary School of the Year at the Pearson
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Caroline Doherty @cjdoherty.bsky.social · 21/11/2025
Such an interesting article by Cathie Paine from @reach2trust.bsky.social Great for the sector to hear from larger trusts on the realities of how they make and manage change.
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REAch2 Academy Trust @reach2trust.bsky.social · 19/11/2025
Today, on #InternationalMensDay, we’re celebrating the male role models in our REAch2 schools. Male teachers and support staff help children feel supported, valued, and confident - showing that kindness, creativity, and empathy are for everyone.
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REAch2 Academy Trust @reach2trust.bsky.social · 11/11/2025
Today, schools across the REAch2 family are marking #RemembranceDay. Through assemblies, discussions, and creative activities, we continue to teach the next generation the value of learning from history and shaping a more compassionate future. #AlwaysAimingHigher
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REAch2 Academy Trust @reach2trust.bsky.social · 04/11/2025
It’s #TrusteesWeek! 🎉 A huge thank you to our incredible REAch2 Trustees for giving their time, expertise and guidance to help every child reach their full potential. Your vision and commitment keep us #AlwaysAimingHigher for every child 💛
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REAch2 Academy Trust @reach2trust.bsky.social · 20/10/2025
🪔 Happy Diwali! ✨ Wishing all REAch2 families celebrating a joyful festival of lights filled with laughter, happiness & togetherness. #HappyDiwali #FestivalOfLights
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Jon Severs @jonsevers.bsky.social · 15/10/2025
How are schools and trusts preparing for the new Ofsted approach? Why do leaders think the inspectorate is 'confused' about admissions? What is the most worrying aspect of the new inspections? Exclusive free webinar below ⬇️ www.tes.com/magazine/new...
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Ofsted ‘confused’ about school admissions role
MAT leader Jonny Uttley warns Ofsted is ‘refusing’ to scrutinise schools that ‘push’ students out
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REAch2 Academy Trust @reach2trust.bsky.social · 10/10/2025
Today is #WorldMentalHealthDay🌍 This year’s theme, Access to Services, reminds us that timely support for staff, pupils, and communities is essential. When mental health is supported, schools and communities flourish.
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Jon Severs @jonsevers.bsky.social · 29/09/2025
Hear from @mannybotwe.bsky.social @reach2trust.bsky.social Cathie Paine and @jonnyuttley.bsky.social in this free webinar on Ofsted's plans. Sign up below!
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Tes magazine @tesmagazine.bsky.social · 09/10/2025
🔍 Is Ofsted's new inspection system fit for purpose? Join us for an exclusive free webinar on 15 October as @mannybotwe.bsky.social, @jonnyuttley.bsky.social and Cathie Paine of @reach2trust.bsky.social discuss the upcoming changes.   ➡️ Sign up here: buff.ly/VFrIQw2
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Inclusion in Practice @inclusioninpractice.org.uk · 03/07/2025
Through deep-dive case studies with frontline practitioners, we will bring these principles to life over coming weeks. The first two are published today, exploring approaches taken at @reach2trust.bsky.social and Shotton Hall. Read here: inclusioninpractice.org.uk/case-studies/
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Case Studies - Inclusion in Practice
Case Studies Through a series of case studies, we will share deep-dive explorations of some of the promising inclusive mainstream practice that has been shared. The case studies don’t serve to endorse...
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REAch2 Academy Trust @reach2trust.bsky.social · 20/06/2025
📍Houses of Parliament. Young voices. Big ideas. This week, pupils from REAch2 schools led powerful, respectful debate at our annual #PupilParliament. Chaired by Jess Asato - MP for Lowestoft, they tackled: “Do we have a responsibility to protect others’ rights?” #FutureLeaders #Democracy
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REAch2 Academy Trust @reach2trust.bsky.social · 20/06/2025
We're proud to announce that REAch2 has been named Environmental Trust of the Year at Optimus Education's MAT Excellence Awards. Pioneering climate education, cutting emissions by 23% and embedding sustainability into every school. 🏆
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REAch2 Academy Trust @reach2trust.bsky.social · 18/06/2025
Today on #ThankATeacherDay, we’re celebrating the incredible REAch2 teachers who inspire, support, and shape young lives every day 💛🍎 Thank you for your care, creativity, and compassion 👏
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REAch2 Academy Trust @reach2trust.bsky.social · 14/06/2025
Some fantastic news to share. Our CEO, Cathie Paine, has been awarded a CBE in the King’s Birthday Honours for services to education. A huge recognition of her work for children and families. Congratulations Cathie 👏
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REAch2 Academy Trust @reach2trust.bsky.social · 06/06/2025
#EidMubarak from REAch2 Academy Trust! Wishing all our staff, schools, and colleagues across the sector a joyful and peaceful #EidUlAdha. A time to reflect, give thanks, and celebrate the power of community.
Eid Mubarak from Everyone at REAch2
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Tes magazine @tesmagazine.bsky.social · 13/05/2025
In our latest How I Lead interview, @reach2trust.bsky.social CEO Cathie Paine talks about why she resists the 'obligation' to talk about balancing leadership and motherhood, and why she sees herself as a 'wandering encourager' ⬇️
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Cathie Paine: ‘I see myself as a wandering encourager’
Our How I Lead series asks education leaders to reflect on their career, experience and leadership philosophy. This month, we talk to Cathie Paine, CEO of England’s largest primary multi-academy trust
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Tes magazine @tesmagazine.bsky.social · 12/05/2025
As Sats week begins, @reach2trust.bsky.social education director Andrew Rigby outlines why the tests fail to capture the real depth and breadth of children’s achievements
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Why Sats are still imperfect
As Year 6 pupils begin their key stage 2 assessments, one trust education director outlines why the tests fail to capture the real depth and breadth of children’s achievements
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Jon Severs @jonsevers.bsky.social · 13/05/2025
"As a female leader, there seems to be an obligation on me to talk about how it is 'possible' to be both a mother and a leader. I resist that... The truth is, any leader has to make sacrifices." Superb, honest 'How I Lead' from @reach2trust.bsky.social CEO Cathie Paine www.tes.com/magazine/lea...
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Cathie Paine: ‘I see myself as a wandering encourager’
Our How I Lead series asks education leaders to reflect on their career, experience and leadership philosophy. This month, we talk to Cathie Paine, CEO of England’s largest primary multi-academy trust
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REAch2 Academy Trust @reach2trust.bsky.social · 25/04/2025
We’re proud to be shortlisted for “Trust of the Year – 10 schools or more” at the TES School Awards 2025! 🌟 A huge shoutout to our amazing schools and staff who are #AlwaysAimingHigher for every child.
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REAch2 Academy Trust @reach2trust.bsky.social · 20/04/2025
Happy Easter to our REAch2 family 🌸💐 Hope your day is full of fun, laughter, and those little moments that make you smile. Enjoy the sunshine, the chocolate, and the time together! 🐣💛 Enjoy the little things today! #HoppyEaster #EasterSunday
Happy Easter
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